Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pumpkin Cookies Recipe
These melt-in-your-mouth pumpkin cookies are the perfect fall treat. Made with pureed pumpkin, warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a touch of vanilla, they deliver soft, flavorful bites that are irresistible. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, these cookies are easy to make and packed with seasonal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 25-27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Pumpkin puree
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy. Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg